Rowing in Los Angeles
By the Watta Team · Updated March 2026
Rowing Clubs & Programs
Marina Aquatic Center
Located in Marina del Rey, the MAC offers learn-to-row programmes, competitive rowing, and dragon boat paddling. A popular entry point for adults new to the sport in LA.
UCLA Rowing
UCLA's rowing programme based at the Ballona Creek course in Marina del Rey. The associated alumni rowing group offers masters-level training opportunities.
Long Beach Rowing Association
Based at Marine Stadium in Long Beach, LBRA runs youth, masters, and learn-to-row programmes on one of the best flatwater courses in Southern California.
Gyms with Concept2 Ergs
- +CrossFit LA in Santa Monica -- one of the original CrossFit affiliates, well-equipped with Concept2 ergs and regular rowing benchmarks.
- +Equinox Century City -- a premium facility with a row of Concept2 RowErgs in the cardio area and occasional indoor rowing programming.
HYROX & Functional Fitness
LA's functional fitness scene is massive, with HYROX events regularly held at the LA Convention Center. Gyms like CrossFit LA, Dogtown CrossFit in Venice, and Barry's Bootcamp locations throughout the city all incorporate rowing into their HYROX-prep and general programming. The outdoor training culture means many athletes combine erg sessions with running and outdoor functional work.
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